German Coalition Stalls on Pandemic Policy Review

Disagreements between SPD and FDP prevent the formation of a review committee on pandemic measures in the current legislative period.

Efforts to establish a committee to review Germany's pandemic policies have failed due to disagreements within the coalition government.
The SPD favored a citizen's council approach, while the FDP pushed for a Bundestag inquiry commission, leading to a stalemate.
The SPD insisted on involving federal states in the review process, which the FDP opposed, citing concerns about representation.
The Green Party expressed flexibility and willingness to support any agreed format but highlighted the lack of consensus among coalition partners.
Despite the impasse, SPD officials noted ongoing health sector reforms as part of the government's reflection on pandemic experiences.